United launches first-ever service to Africa

United Airlines launched its first-ever service to Africa over the weekend with a 767 flying from Washington Dulles to Accra. The service between the US and Ghanian capitals will be daily. "With the addition of service to Accra, United now offers customers nonstop service to points on six continents," Senior VP-Worldwide Sales and Marketing Jeff Foland said.

United Airlines launched its first-ever service to Africa over the weekend with a 767 flying from Washington Dulles to Accra. The service between the US and Ghanian capitals will be daily. "With the addition of service to Accra, United now offers customers nonstop service to points on six continents," Senior VP-Worldwide Sales and Marketing Jeff Foland said.